$39.95 (or $59.95 for both cardiac and lung cancer screening when purchased together)

Call 765-301.7310 for your appointment.
Gift certificates available in the Business Office, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.

What is low-dose cardiac score?

Low-dose cardiac scoring is a quick, painless, non-invasive procedure performed with our state-of-the-art low-dose CT scanner. Low-dose means you no longer have to worry about the harmful effects of radiation. During this 30-second test, Putnam County Radiology will accurately determine the degree and severity of hard plaque within the coronary arteries.

Who We Screen

Low-dose cardiac scores are open to ANYONE who wants to know their heart health. Some risk factors that you may want to consider include your risk of coronary artery disease, especially for healthy males over the age of 40 and females over the age of 45. If you have a family history of heart disease, you may want to be tested earlier. Other risk factors of heart disease include high blood pressure or cholesterol (even if managed by medication), smoking, obesity, and inactive or high-stress lifestyles.

$39.95 (or $59.95 for both cardiac and lung cancer screening when purchased together)

Call 765-301.7310 for your appointment.
Gift certificates available in the Business Office, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.

What is low-dose lung cancer screening?

A low-dose lung cancer screen is a quick, painless, non-invasive procedure performed with our state-of-the-art low-dose CT scanner. Low-dose means you will receive five times less radiation during this procedure compared to conventional CT scans.

All patients who receive a low-dose lung screening must have a primary care physician who will manage any follow up needs as is necessary. If you don’t have one, we can help.

Who do we screen?
Low-dose lung cancer screens are open to ANYONE who wants to know their risk of lung cancer but experts recommend those that have any of the risk factors below.

Are between the ages of 55 and 74.

Have smoked 30 or more pack years.
Or

Greater than 50 years old, and

Greater than 20 pack years of smoking, and

One other risk factor which may include contact with Radon,
contact with asbestos or other cancer causing agents, having had
certain other cancers, family member who have had lung cancer or
have had other lung diseases.

*Medicare now covers Lung Cancer Screens if you meet the following risk factors. Talk to your provider to see if you qualify.

*Check with your insurance on the coverage of mammograms.
Call 765-301.7310 for your appointment.

Who we screen:

Women at average risk should get a mammogram every year beginning at age 40. Women with a higher risk of breast cancer should speak with their doctor to find out when they should start having mammograms.

Why we screen:

For most women, a mammogram is the best way to find breast cancer as early as possible.That’s because a mammogram uses low-dose x-rays to create an image of the breast tissue. It detects lumps that are too small to be felt.

Prep for screen:

If you haven’t started menopause, schedule your mammogram for the week after your menstrual period. Your breasts usually are less tender then.

Please do not wear deodorant, lotion or ointment around the chest area. If you apply any of these items, they may look like a breast problem on the images.

Wear a two-piece outfit so you only have to remove your top. The person doing your mammogram will give you a gown to wear.

Bring the name, address and phone number of the doctor who ordered the mammogram. Afterwards, the facility will send your doctor a report.

The entire mammogram procedure takes about 30 minutes. Each of your breasts will be compressed for only 20 to 30 seconds.

While compression can be uncomfortable, it’s also very important. It allows the breast tissue to spread and flatten. This ensures a clear view of the breast and reduces the amount of radiation needed to make an image.

Most unusual findings aren’t cancer.

A radiologist will review your images and send your doctor a report.

Beware: many women get suspicious findings after their first mammogram. But, that’s often because the radiologist doesn’t have previous exam for comparison. This is why it’s so important to know where your previous mammogram was done.

Keep in mind that suspicious findings usually aren’t cancer. They may just be cysts, dense tissue or the results of overlapping tissue.

If you have a suspicious finding, you may need additional imaging to further evaluate the problem. In some cases, your doctor also may recommend a breast ultrasound.

Putnam County Hospital brings wellness to you! Wellness screenings are now offered to the community as well as local industries and businesses. Details on upcoming screenings for the community is coming soon.

Industries or businesses that are interested in learning more about the screening, what the screening includes and how to schedule their screening can call 765.655.2583 or email Brooke Trissel at btrissel@pchosp.org.

Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), is a swelling of the body’s largest artery and typically has no symptoms, which is why having a screening is important. Putnam County Hospital offers an ultrasound screening that is covered by Medicare for those that qualify.

While AAA is a potentially life-threatening condition, the good news is that this simple and non-invasive screening is key to effective AAA treatment. Putnam County Hospital is proud to provide excellence in clinical care and offers sophisticated, accurate diagnosis and leading-edge treatments for patients with all types of aortic disease, close to home. Our partnership with Franciscan Health gives our community access to vascular and heart surgeons who are recognized for innovation and expertise in the evaluation and management of aortic diseases and are national leaders in the repair of aortic aneurysms using minimally invasive or endovascular techniques.

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More COVID-19 testing is coming to Putnam County May 13. OptumServe will offer FREE tests starting Wednesday to high-risk Hoosiers showing symptoms of COVID-19 or in direct contact with someone who has the virus. Visit https://pchosp.org/testing-site-opens-may-13/ to learn who should be tested. Registration is required at https://lhi.care/covidtesting or (888) 634-1116. Please note that with the increase in testing, it’s possible that the number of cases in the county will increase.

Effective April 2, 2020 at 6 a.m., Putnam County Hospital will enact a no visitor policy to protect patients and the hospital community from COVID-19. The hospital will be establishing ways for families and loved ones to communicate with patients, including designated apps and shared tools for patients who do not have access to personal technology devices. The hospitalist and leadership will apply their discretion to special circumstances involving minor children accompaniment and end of life care, to ensure patients, their families and loved ones are cared for in the most compassionate way during this time.